Ever wonder what the IRS Web site contains for exempt organizations?  This mini-course will show you what’s available and how to find it! (approximately 7 minutes)

A 501(c)(3) organization jeopardizes its exempt status when it intervenes in a political campaign.  This mini-course provides examples of prohibited activities and explains steps an organization should take to avoid an inadvertent violation. (approximately 16 minutes)

All 501(c)(3) organizations also have something called a “foundation classification.”  This mini-course covers the basics of two of the more common types. (approximately 18 minutes)

Is this a question you hear from your donors? This brief overview of deductibility can help your exempt organization understand the rules of what’s deductible and what’s not. (approximately 20 minutes)

If your organization is brand-new, and you’re thinking about applying for tax-exempt status, take a look at this mini-course first. You’ll learn about IRS resources that will make the process easier and quicker. (approximately 19 minutes)

For the 2008 filing year, exempt organizations will be working with a completely redesigned Form 990 or 990EZ – the first major overhaul of these documents in 30 years. This course provides an overview of the changes IRS  has made, and the next four courses provide a line-by-line walkthrough of the different sections of the course and provide guidance and tips to completing an error-free return.
(approximately 14 minutes)

In this mini-course, you’ll receive general instructions for completing the form and walk through the heading and financials sections. (approximately 37 minutes)

This mini-course walks you through the Accomplishments, Compliance, and Compensation sections of the new 2008 Form 990.
(approximately 25 minutes)

In this mini-course,  get a walkthrough of the Governance, Management, Disclosure, Summary sections, the Checklist of Required Schedules and Schedule A. (approximately 25 minutes)

This mini-course takes you line by line through Schedules C, F, G, I, M and R. (approximately 37 minutes)

Due to increased filing thresholds, many more organizations are now able to file File Form 990-EZ instead of the full Form 990.  To find out if your organization might be able to file this shorter, simpler form, and to learn more about the new Form 990-EZ, watch this mini-course. (approximately 13 minutes)

Learn how charitable organizations may provide relief in disaster situations and the special tax rules that apply to such organizations. (approximately 17 minutes)

Learn about the special rules that apply to employer sponsored disaster relief organizations, the deductibility of contributions to disaster relief organizations and the tax treatment of relief recipients. (approximately 14 minutes)

Are you an employee of a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization or a public school, college or university that has a 403(b) tax-sheltered annuity (TSA) plan?  Learn the advantages of participating in this type of retirement plan and how it works. (approximately 12 minutes)

If your organization has a 403(b) tax-sheltered annuity (TSA) plan, it is important to routinely review that plan and ensure it complies with current tax laws and regulations. View this brief presentation about recent regulatory changes and operating a 403(b) plan. (approximately 13 minutes)